Veterinary Technician

XPrep Learning Solutions LLC; Colorado; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

XPrep Learning Solutions LLC is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our veterinary team in Colorado. The ideal candidate has at least one year of clinical veterinary technician experience and supports veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, and surgeries.

You will handle diverse animals, ensure aseptic practices, and contribute to client education. Responsibilities include lab tests, medical records, imaging prep, dental support, medication administration, and critical care

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting.
• Strong knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, and veterinary terminology.
• Excellent communication skills to educate clients on pet care topics.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with clinical examinations, diagnostic procedures, and surgical interventions, ensuring aseptic techniques.
• Restrain and handle dogs, cats, equines, and small mammals safely for procedures.
• Conduct lab tests such as blood work and urinalysis to aid diagnoses.
• Maintain detailed medical records and document treatments and observations.
• Prepare animals for surgery or imaging with proper positioning and safety protocols.
• Assist with dental procedures and routine grooming or care tasks.
• Administer medications and monitor critically ill patients under veterinary supervision.
• Educate clients on pet care, anatomy, physiology, and veterinary terminology.

Skills

Animal restraint

Laboratory procedures

X-ray knowledge

Medical records documentation

Client education

Surgical assistance

Aseptic techniques

Communication skills

Medication administration

Dog and cat handling

Tools

X-ray equipment

Laboratory equipment

Medical records software

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Technician to join our dynamic veterinary team. The ideal candidate will possess at least one year of veterinary technician experience and demonstrate a strong commitment to animal care and welfare. This role involves providing high-quality support to veterinarians, assisting with medical procedures, and ensuring the well-being of a diverse range of animals. The Veterinary Technician will play a vital role in maintaining a compassionate, efficient, and professional environment dedicated to pet health and client satisfaction.

Duties

• Assist veterinarians with clinical examinations, diagnostic procedures, and surgical interventions, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques.
• Perform animal restraint and handling for various species, including dogs, cats, equines, and small mammals, utilizing proper animal husbandry practices.
• Conduct laboratory tests such as blood work, urinalysis, and other diagnostic procedures to support accurate diagnoses.
• Maintain detailed medical records and document all treatments, observations, and procedures accurately.
• Prepare animals for surgery or diagnostic imaging such as X-ray, ensuring proper positioning and safety protocols are followed.
• Support dental procedures by understanding dental terminology and assisting with pet grooming or pet care tasks as needed.
• Handle animal catheterization, administer medications, and monitor critical care patients with veterinary expertise.
• Contribute to client education by explaining pet care instructions related to animal physiology, anatomy, and veterinary terminology.

• Minimum of one year of veterinary technician experience in a clinical setting.
• Strong knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, and veterinary terminology.
• Experience with kennel management, dog training, pet grooming, and animal handling techniques.
• Proficiency in laboratory procedures and familiarity with X-ray technology.
• Ability to restrain animals effectively while maintaining safety for both animals and staff.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques necessary for surgical preparation and infection control.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate clients on pet care topics such as animal husbandry and veterinary procedures.
• Demonstrated competence in animal catheterization, dental terminology, and critical care practices involving animals such as equines or small mammals is preferred.